Christopher McCall
Irmo,SC
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in social studies. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability, always driving towards educational excellence. Effective communicator with focus on fostering positive, results-driven learning environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Hand Middle School
08.2020 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans fostering critical thinking and historical analysis.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to address diverse learning needs. Planned engaging and relevant lesson plans.
- Established open lines of communication with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and address any concerns.
- Coordinated and implemented behavior deterrence and discipline lunch detention program in accordance with district and school policies independently under administration oversight.
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
STAR Center for Learning
Cope, SC
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Developed engaging lesson plans fostering critical thinking and historical analysis.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to address diverse learning needs.
- Integrated technology tools to enhance interactive learning experiences in the classroom.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
Network Technician
Endpoint Technology
Raleigh, NC
09.2015 - 08.2017
- Maintained optimal network performance by performing network monitoring and analysis.
- Configured and maintained routers, switches, and firewalls to optimize network performance.
- Successfully worked at an independent level, while also serving as an effective and enthusiastic collaborator.
- Based in Columbia, SC as sole network technician for region.
Certified Juvenile Specialist I
Department of Juvenile Justice
Columbia, SC
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Worked with juveniles in a private housing unit, monitored behavior and managed well-being.
- Wrote reports and worked collaboratively with staff members and supervisors.
- Assessed difficult situations with speed and accuracy.
Loss Prevention Specialist
JC Penney
Columbia, SC
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Actively participated in crime prevention practices.
- Analyzed loss and profit reports.
- Performed fire prevention and fire suppression duties as needed.
- Recorded lowest loss percentage through diligent observations.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg, SC01.2015
Bachelor of Science - United States History
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC01.1997
Skills
- Lesson plan implementation
- Newsela Certified Educator
- National Geographic Certified Educator
- Social studies teaching
- Attention to detail
- Exemplary Orator and Writer
- Proficient with Microsoft 365 and all Office Products
- Proficient in Schoology, Adobe, Canvas
- Online quiz games: Kahoot!, Quizlet, Quizzizz
- Discipline
- Differentiated instruction
- Policy implementation
- Classroom management
Accomplishments
- Took all offered shifts to maintain coverage for students
- Completed extra training to further help students under care.
Certification
- Tier 1 - Secondary Principal
- Middle Level Social Studies
- Secondary Social Studies
- Secondary History
- Gifted and Talented Endorsement
- Read 2 Succeed Requirement
LANGUAGES
English
German
Spanish
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse
EXPERTISE
- PACE Alternative Certification program 2015-2017
- Earned 3.97 at University of South Carolina Graduate School
- Highly knowledgeable in world and US history, social sciences, civics, government, and modern music foundations.
- Social and Emotional Learning trained.
- Continually taking education courses to better teaching.
Additional Information
CPR/AED Certified American Red Cross
Timeline
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Hand Middle School
08.2020 - Current
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
STAR Center for Learning
08.2017 - 06.2020
Network Technician
Endpoint Technology
09.2015 - 08.2017
Certified Juvenile Specialist I
Department of Juvenile Justice
01.2014 - 01.2015
Loss Prevention Specialist
JC Penney
01.2013 - 01.2015
Master of Science - Education Administration
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of South Carolina Upstate
Bachelor of Science - United States History
Western Carolina University